Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA

Golden Steps ABA

BCBA delivering evidence-based ABA programming for children at Golden Steps’ Maryland clinic. Supervising RBTs, guiding families, assessing clients, and coordinating care.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeBeltsville • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing evidence-based programming and conducting assessments for individuals with developmental disabilities. Proficient in providing training and supervision to RBTs while maintaining effective communication with treatment teams and families.

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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)Behavior Analysis (ABA)Data Review and AnalysisTraining and Supervision of RBTsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Evidence-Based ProgrammingInitial Intake AssessmentsOngoing Client AssessmentDischarge and Transition PlanningFine and Gross Motor Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Writing SkillsVerbal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA)

Industry Keywords

Developmental DisabilitiesBehavior ChallengesBACB ComplianceRBT TrainingCollaborative Efforts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop meaningful, evidence-based, hierarchical programming based on data, progress, and continued client assessment
Provide ongoing direct and indirect training and supervision to RBTs on the patient caseload
Provide ongoing direct and indirect family guidance necessary for programming success
Conduct consistent communication with all treatment team members
Participate in collaborative efforts with other service providers outside of Golden Steps
Review data on a timely basis and communicate with team members when needed
Maintain professional boundaries as indicated by the BACB
Perform comprehensive initial intake and recurring assessments
Manage discharge and transition planning for children on the caseload
Perform other tasks as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), or sitting for your BCBA exam within one month
LBA (if applicable)
Willing to have a background check
Excellent writing and verbal communication
Must have a reliable car and driver's license for commuting to and from the clinic
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or behavior challenges with ABA
Must be able to lift up to 35lbs
Bending and squatting for up to an hour per day
Required to perform activities that entail fine and gross motor skills, bend, kneel, squat, sit on floor level or in a chair, or stand for periods of time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedules
Sign-On Bonus
Performance-Based Bonuses
Generous Paid Time Off, including vacation and holidays
401(k) matched at 10% of your contribution
Access to unlimited CEU's
Employee Referral Bonuses
Relocation Assistance Offered
Leadership Opportunities
Supportive Work Culture
Student Loan Support — Receive up to $24,000 in tuition assistance